Join us for “The Education Gap & Low-Income Students of Color”

Access to high-quality education has long been an issue for communities of color. While the shift to virtual learning in 2020 was necessary for many reasons, it resulted in students from low-income DC families falling further behind in their studies than classmates with access to more resources. As students return to the classroom, how can we help them navigate the widening education gap?

Join our virtual discussion on the education landscape, challenges faced by at-risk students, and the roles we can play in improving the learning experience for all DC students.

Speakers:

Ashley Jeffrey, Director of Special Projects at Washington Leadership Academy

Carla Watson, Chief Program Officer at Higher Achievement

Phyllis Jordan, FutureEd Editorial Director & Housing Up Board of Directors

Moderated by Christina Peay, Housing Up VP of Philanthropy & Communications

Living in the City is Almost Here! Celebrate with us on 10.5.2021

We’re less than one month away from our biggest fundraiser of the year, Living in the City! This year, we’re inviting each of you to celebrate the amazing families we serve and the community members who make this work possible.

We’ll hear from Ms. Walker, a resident of Housing Up’s Fort View Apartments, and learn how quality, stable housing helped her become a city advocate & give back to others. Living in the City is an evening filled with hope, resiliency, and community.

Register & become an event sponsor here. See you (virtually) at 7 PM on 10.5.2021!

Ms. Walker, Housing Up client & Mayor Muriel Bowser